STACK #265 November 2026

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to late-night listening. Actual battery life will vary depending on volume and usage. Can it do more than play music and create party lighting? Absolutely! The Pulse 6 has a softer side, too. When the music stops, simply double-tap the speaker to activate its bedside lamp, casting a gentle glow that's handy when you're finding your way around in the dark. Adjust the brightness using the volume buttons, or fine The JBL Pulse 6's 360-degree lightshow sends colourful patterns dancing across the speaker and illuminated handle, perfectly timed to your tunes. Go bold for party time or dial things down with softer ambient lighting, all customisable through the JBL One app. Why just listen to your music when you can watch it come alive?

GOOD SOUND. GREAT LIGHTS. INSTANT PARTY.

tune the brightness and colour temperature through the JBL One app. Ready to call it a night? Sunset Mode lets you set a countdown of up to 60 minutes in the app, with the lighting gradually fading to a soft, orange-toned glow before switching off. The music stops when the timer ends, too. It's a lovely way to wind down without leaving the speaker running all night. What about connecting multiple speakers?

From backyard parties to bedtime wind-downs, the JBL Pulse 6 is more than a Bluetooth speaker. It's a portable soundtrack with its own lightshow – and it knows how to make an entrance. Words Bec Summer

Why choose the JBL Pulse 6? It's built to keep the energy going, come rain, shine, or party time. Good music deserves to be heard – and with the JBL Pulse 6, seen, too! Behind the colourful exterior is some serious audio muscle, with an upgraded acoustic design delivering deeper bass and a fuller, richer sound. JBL's AI Sound Boost also analyses your music in real time, helping you crank up the volume without cranking up the distortion. And the party doesn't have to stay indoors. An integrated handle makes it easy to move the music from the living room to the backyard, while IP68-rated water and dust protection means a little rain, sand or the occasional splash won't bring the fun to a sudden stop. What makes the JBL Pulse 6 stand out? Here's where things get colourful. The Pulse 6 puts on a dazzling 360-degree lightshow that’s synced with your music, with vibrant colours and patterns dancing across the speaker and its illuminated handle. Think portable party

atmosphere, minus the disco ball. There are plenty of ways to set the

One speaker is great. More speakers? Now we're talking! Using Auracast support, the Pulse 6 can connect to other compatible Auracast-enabled JBL speakers to spread the sound around. Pair two Pulse 6 speakers for stereo sound, or link more compatible speakers when the guest list grows. You can even sync the lightshow with JBL PartyLight Sticks for an extra splash of colour. And for those who like their music in finer detail, the Pulse 6 also supports wired lossless audio over USB-C, provided you're using compatible content and supported apps or services.

mood, too. Fire up energetic lighting effects when the playlist gets going, or switch to softer ambient colours when it's time to chill. The JBL One app lets you customise the display, explore different themes, and even pair mood-setting sounds with matching light effects. You can also tweak the audio using the app's EQ controls. How much playtime do you get? Boasting up to 12 hours of battery life, the Pulse 6 has enough stamina to keep the tunes and lightshow rolling from afternoon catchups

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